Enterprise Data Architect

We exist to create positive change for people and the planet. Join us and make a difference too! Enterprise Data Architect The Acre, Covent Garden, London - Hybrid About the role As an Enterprise Data Architect you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our global data strategy. Sitting at the heart of our Data Office, you'll have the opportunity to influence how data underpins our business, drive innovation, and embed modern data principles across a diverse organisation. This is a high-impact role where your technical expertise, collaboration, and vision will help align our data architecture with evolving business goals and the latest technological advancements., * Set the strategy for data architecture to support the business and IT strategies and maintaining the data architecture principles.

• In a matrix environment lead and mentor Architects, Data Engineers and Analysts. Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture across the CDO.
• Effectively communicate with and manage expectations of various business stakeholders. Act as technical adviser in all strategic data initiatives and ensure alignment to the enterprise data strategy and business objectives.
• Define and lead on data architecture to translate business requirements into conceptual and logical data models. Ensure alignment between conceptual, logical, and physical data models and have a broad understanding of how each model fulfils the needs of the organisation.
• Define, establish and maintain the adoption of architectural standards, patterns, policies and data governance processes across the data office and the wider enterprise.
• Play a leading role the design and development of enterprise-wide data management capabilities, strategy, governance, quality, operations, and security, complete with measurement frameworks and supporting processes
• Manage the holistic roadmap of data architecture initiatives across the organisation.
• Closely work with the business, IT teams and data governance teams to develop data products and analytical solutions.
• Set the standard and work with the SI partner when they are delivering architecturally significant solutions.
• Lead in the latest data, architecture and analytics technologies and trends. Proactively identify and evaluate new technologies to enhance product capabilities and efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams (Data Platform, Advanced Analytics, and Governance) and external SI partners to ensure seamless delivery of products.
• Ensure all data and analytics architecture and products adhere to relevant data governance policies, security standards, and compliance regulations., * Set the strategy for data architecture to support the business and IT strategies and maintaining the data architecture principles.
• In a matrix environment lead and mentor Architects, Data Engineers and Analysts. Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture across the CDO.
• Effectively communicate with and manage expectations of various business stakeholders. Act as technical adviser in all strategic data initiatives and ensure alignment to the enterprise data strategy and business objectives.
• Define and lead on data architecture to translate business requirements into conceptual and logical data models. Ensure alignment between conceptual, logical, and physical data models and have a broad understanding of how each model fulfils the needs of the organisation.
• Define, establish and maintain the adoption of architectural standards, patterns, policies and data governance processes across the data office and the wider enterprise.
• Play a leading role the design and development of enterprise-wide data management capabilities, strategy, governance, quality, operations, and security, complete with measurement frameworks and supporting processes
• Manage the holistic roadmap of data architecture initiatives across the organisation.
• Closely work with the business, IT teams and data governance teams to develop data products and analytical solutions.
• Set the standard and work with the SI partner when they are delivering architecturally significant solutions.
• Lead in the latest data, architecture and analytics technologies and trends. Proactively identify and evaluate new technologies to enhance product capabilities and efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams (Data Platform, Advanced Analytics, and Governance) and external SI partners to ensure seamless delivery of products.
• Ensure all data and analytics architecture and products adhere to relevant data governance policies, security standards, and compliance regulations

Good communication skills, * Extensive, demonstrable experience implementing architecture in multiple organisations and scenarios.

• Great experience in data governance, and data management frameworks.
• Good understanding of business and commercial needs alongside technical requirements.
• Understanding of how data fits into broader architecture principles and requirements.
• Experience working at an enterprise level.
• Experience with Cloud and Data technology.

It is not essential, but it would be beneficial for you to have:

• Previous working in a global, matrix style organisation.
• Experience with Azure and/or Databricks.
• Previous experience implementing AI related tools/platforms in a architecture environment., * Extensive, demonstrable experience implementing architecture in multiple organisations and scenarios.
• Great experience in data governance, and data management frameworks.
• Good understanding of business and commercial needs alongside technical requirements.
• Understanding of how data fits into broader architecture principles and requirements.
• Experience working at an enterprise level.
• Experience with Cloud and Data technology

Grow your career and expand your skills and knowledge. At BSI, we offer opportunities to work across industries and across the globe. You'll benefit from the different perspectives and experiences of your international colleagues, as well as ongoing training and development. We offer flexible working, as well as 27 days' annual leave, paid sick leave, bank holidays, health insurance, life insurance, pension plan with company contribution, car allowance (dependent on role), income protection, paid maternity leave, paid paternity leave, paid parental leave, adoption leave, compassionate leave, paid bereavement leave, learning and development opportunities, and a wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle. We're building an organisation that meets the challenges of tomorrow. Want to grow with us? We exist to have a positive impact. Our people influence international thinking and action on important issues. Our 86,000 customers are based in 193 countries across the globe. Now we're taking on society's biggest challenges. We're developing standards and guidelines that will help our customers get to net zero, and we're defining the way new technologies such as AI impact all our lives. We're focused on our future - and we're looking for people who want to grow with us as we take on the challenges of tomorrow. At BSI, you'll find a workplace where everyone can flourish and thrive, where innovation is encouraged and where learning is part of your everyday. You'll contribute to work that shapes industries and enhances lives - and you'll take pride in what you do. We're looking for passionate people who want to make a difference in a purpose-led organisation. If that sounds like you, apply now. Together, we can help create a better society and a more sustainable world. D&I Policy The world needs fresh thinking and new perspectives to tackle its biggest challenges. It's why, at BSI, we're committed to creating a collaborative environment where everyone can contribute. Whatever your background, experience or outlook, here you can be your best self and do your best work. If you have a disability or a health condition, please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process., About Us BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations and society, building trust and enhancing lives. Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organizations and governments. Utilizing its extensive expertise in key industry sectors - including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare - BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs. Living by our core values of Client-Centricity, Agility, and Collaboration, BSI provides organizations with the confidence to grow by partnering with them to tackle society's critical issues - from climate change to building trust in digital transformation and everything in between - to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world. BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.